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GEM Hemochron 100 User Manual

GEM Hemochron 100
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Accriva Diagnostics, Inc. - 6260 Sequence Drive, San Diego, CA 92121 USA
Tel: +1-858-263-2300 • www.instrumentationlaboratory.com
MDSS GmbH - Schi󰀨graben 41, 30175 Hannover, Germany
Operator Manual • 000HZ6006EN.US • 02 • 02/2022
English
000GH100

Table of Contents

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GEM Hemochron 100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sample TypeWhole blood
Measured ParametersClotting time
TypeCoagulation Analyzer
Power SupplyAC adapter or battery
Measurement PrincipleMechanical detection of clot formation
Accuracy±5% or ±2 seconds (whichever is greater)

Summary

Copyright

Warranty

Preface

Text Conventions Used in this Manual

Explains text conventions used throughout the manual.

Product Labeling, Symbols, and Icons

Serial Number Label

Describes the serial number label on the instrument and its components.

Symbols on Product Labeling

Lists and explains symbols found on product labeling and their meanings.

Icons on the Display Screen

Home Screen Icons

Displays icons for main navigation and functions on the home screen.

Battery Power Icons

Shows icons indicating the battery charge level and status.

Connectivity Icons

Illustrates icons for network connection status and types.

Test-Related Icons

Explains icons related to test status, operations, and sample handling.

Symbols Used in Manual

Definitions and Terms

Introduction

Intended Use

Specifies the intended use of the GEM Hemochron 100 system and its tests.

User Proficiency

Outlines the required training and proficiency for using the instrument.

Principles of Operation

Description of the System

Instrument Components

Identifies and describes the physical components of the GEM Hemochron 100 instrument.

Test Cartridges

Centralized Configuration Manager (CCM) Software

Operational Warnings and Precautions

Limitations

Specifications

Preparing the Instrument

Packaging and Other Materials

Lists materials provided with the instrument and those required but not provided.

Instrument Power and Charging

Battery Information

Describes the rechargeable lithium-ion battery and factors affecting its life.

Charging the Battery

Provides instructions on how to charge the instrument's battery using the provided power supply.

Power On the Instrument

Power Off the Instrument

Sleep Mode

Display Screen

Selecting Items on the Screen

Explains how to interact with touchscreen elements by tapping.

Scrolling the Screen

Describes how to navigate through lists or content that exceeds screen capacity.

Entering Information into the Instrument

Using the Virtual Keyboard

Details how to use the on-screen virtual keyboard for text input.

Using the Barcode Scanner

Instrument Settings

Instrument Accounts

Differentiates between Instrument Operator and Supervisor roles and their access levels.

User Settings (Basic Settings)

Covers basic user configurable settings like screen rotation, timer, brightness, and volume.

Rotate Screen

Interval Timer

Adjust the Display Brightness

Adjust the Beep Volume

View System Information

Supervisor Settings (Advanced Settings)

Date and Time

Connectivity Settings

Reset Counters

Add Instrument Name

Set the Sleep Mode Interval

Set the Shutdown Interval

Set the Date and Time

View Battery Usage Information Based on System Resource

Connectivity Settings

Connecting the Instrument to a Network

Connect to a Wired Network (Ethernet)

Provides instructions for connecting the instrument via an Ethernet cable.

Connect to a Wireless Network (Wi-Fi)

Disconnect from a Wireless Network

Language

Configure a POCT1-A Network

Set Port Number and Encryption Mode for CCM

Automatically Send Test Results to the Network (Auto Send)

Operator ID (OID) Settings

Require Operators to Enter Their OID and Specify the Method

Sets requirements for OID entry (None, Scan/Manual, Scan Only).

Reuse an OID (Automatic Entry of the Most Recent OID)

Patient ID (PID) Settings

Require Operators to Enter a PID and Specify the Method

Sets requirements for PID entry (None, Scan/Manual, Scan Only).

Reuse a PID (Automatic Entry of the Most Recent PID)

Clear Test Results

Test the Barcode Scanner

Run a Demo Test

Wi-Fi Signal Strength

Patient Testing

Considerations About Patient Testing

Covers safety, QC lockout, cartridge use, and sample preparation for patient tests.

Specimen Collection

Provides guidelines for collecting quality blood samples for coagulation testing.

Run a Patient Test

Patient Test Results Data

Test Interval Timer Feature (Optional)

Quality Control (QC)

Electronic Quality Control (EQC) Testing

Details the internal EQC testing process for instrument validation.

Liquid Quality Control (LQC) Testing

Explains how to perform LQC tests using external controls and cartridges.

QC Lockout

Patient Test Lockout

QC Test Lockout

Clearing a Lockout

Run an EQC Test

Run an LQC Test

Database

Introduction

Introduces the instrument database for storing and managing test results.

View/Send Test Results

Service, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

Routine Maintenance

Provides instructions for routine cleaning and maintenance of the instrument.

Instrument Repair

Outlines the process for obtaining instrument repair services.

Troubleshooting

Cannot Connect to Instruments

Addresses issues related to connecting the instrument to a network or CCM.

Error Messages

Changes in Performance Characteristics

Disposing of Products

Disposing and/or Replacing a Battery

Provides instructions for safely removing, replacing, and disposing of the battery.

Disposal of Other Materials

Details the proper disposal of biohazardous materials like samples and cartridges.

Centralized Configuration Manager (CCM) Software

CCM Introduction

Introduces the CCM software for centralized configuration and management of instruments.

GEM Hemochron 100 System User Accounts

Describes the different account types (Admin, Supervisor, Operator) for CCM and the instrument.

Overview for Using CCM Software

Installing, Updating, and Uninstalling CCM Software

Install CCM Software and Configure Firewalls

Details the installation process and firewall configuration for CCM.

Uninstall CCM Software

Administrative Settings

Logging into CCM for the First Time

Create CCM User Accounts

Configure CCM Software Settings

Configure Miscellaneous Settings

Details miscellaneous settings affecting CCM operation like display language and log file limits.

Configure Network Settings

Covers network settings for CCM, including pinging instruments and port configurations.

Configuration Settings

Add Instruments and Instrument Groups

Explains how to add instruments to CCM and create instrument groups.

Add an Instrument

Create an Instrument Group (Optional)

Configure Instruments

Create Configuration Data

Configure Cartridge Lots Data

Explains how to enter cartridge lot numbers and expiration dates into CCM.

Configure LQC Lots Data

Configure Instruments (Instrument Settings)

LQC Settings

EQC Settings

Barcode Settings

Version Info

Create Instrument Operators and Supervisors

Configure Institution Data

Send Configuration Data to Instruments

Export Configuration Data

Import Configuration Data

Generate a Configuration Report

Log Files

Audit Log File

Explains how to view and export the audit log file for CCM activity.

Update Instrument Software

Update Wi-Fi Enterprise Certificate

Download Instrument Log Files

Regulatory Compliance

Wireless Characteristics and Compliance

Details wireless specifications and compliance with FCC and ISED regulations.

RFID / Interference

European Union Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electrical Equipment (WEEE)

RoHS Compliance

Electrical Safety

Legal Notices and Licenses

Ordering Information

Technical Support

Trademarks

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